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Perruzzi of Margulies Perruzzi named to MBC board of directors

Daniel Perruzzi, Jr., AIA, LEED AP, principal of Margulies Perruzzi Architects has been named to the board of directors of the Mass. Building Congress (MBC). Perruzzi, will serve on the organization's program committee where he will assist in the planning of events and forums. With over 30 years of experience as an architect, project manager and principal, Perruzzi is currently principal-in-charge for the design of the new Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum. Perruzzi is a member of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and the Boston Society of Architects (BSA), and has served in several leadership roles for the BSA. Perruzzi graduated from the R.I. School of Design where he received Bachelor of Architecture and Bachelor of Fine Arts degrees. The MBC brings together decision makers from all corners of the $27 billion design and construction industry in Massachusetts. Established in 1921, the MBC provides a business and networking forum for companies and individuals in the building industry. Through monthly breakfast programs, social and fundraising events, and educational forums, the MBC helps members promote their business while advancing the mutual interests of all. Members include architects, owners, engineers, construction managers, general contractors, labor, subcontractors and allied professionals.
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Weston & Sampson earns award from ACEC for Arlington DPW job

Arlington, MA Weston & Sampson Engineers, Inc., has earned a National Recognition Award for exemplary engineering achievement in the American Council of Engineering Companies’ (ACEC) 58th annual Engineering Excellence Awards (EEA). The award comes for leading the renovation of the Arlington Department of Public Works (DPW) facility.
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Ask the Electrician:  How do I prepare my commercial building for a disaster?

Ask the Electrician: How do I prepare my commercial building for a disaster?

New England’s notorious weather – from fierce winter storms to summer squalls and fall hurricanes – can leave businesses in the dark. While power outages are often blamed on storms, they can also be caused by unforeseen events like accidents or construction mishaps. While it’s impossible to prevent disasters and power outages entirely, proactive preparation can significantly minimize their impact on your commercial building.
The design-build advantage: Integrated interior design solutions - by Parker Snyder

The design-build advantage: Integrated interior design solutions - by Parker Snyder

When it comes to corporate interior spaces for both commercial and industrial projects, partnering with a design-build firm with in-house interior design services can offer clients many benefits. Unlike traditional delivery methods where interior designers operate independently from the design and construction teams, often creating a longer project timeline as cost negotiations and revisions ensue
Ask the Electrician: Is summer a prime time for commercial electrical maintenance?

Ask the Electrician: Is summer a prime time for commercial electrical maintenance?

The answer is “Yes!” While January marks the official new year, many businesses view September as a fresh start. This makes summer an ideal time for commercial property owners to schedule long-term electrical maintenance projects.
State legislature ends session without passing PLA bill - by Joe Camilo

State legislature ends session without passing PLA bill - by Joe Camilo

Massachusetts taxpayers dodged a bullet when the state Senate didn’t take up legislation passed by the House in the waning moments of the legislative session that would have made it easier for municipalities and state agencies to use union-only project labor agreements (PLAs) on construction projects.